Vitamins & Minerals

Which fat soluble vitamin is an antioxidant that fights free radicals that can cause cancer and is found in sunflower seeds, almonds and vegetable oil.

• Calcium

• B-12

• C

• E

• Potassium

Which water soluble vitamin keeps skin smooth, firm and helps it heal. Sources of the vitamin include oranges, broccoli, peppers, lemons and limes.

• D

• B complex

• Potassium

• K

• C

Which mineral is found in bananas, tomatoes, oranges and beans and helps your nerves and muscles work properly as maintains a balance of water.

• Potassium

• A

• Iron

• Iodine

• Riboflavin (B2)

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Which fat soluble vitamin helps blood clot and is found in liver, brussel sprouts, green tea and broccoli?

• Iron

• K

• B Complex

• Magnesium

• D

Which mineral helps form strong bones & teeth and helps the nerves work properly. It is found in milk, fish, eggs, meat and vegetables.

• D

• Phosphorous

• Magnesium

• B

Fat soluble vitamins, like A and E, can be toxic/harmful in higher than recommended amounts.

• True

• False

Which of the following is the BEST way to get the vitamins and minerals you need?

• Take a multivitamin and don't worry about what you eat

• Eat a variety of foods from every food group

• Only eat food that comes from plants

Which mineral helps your thyroid gland function properly and regulates body growth? It is found in seafood and salt.

• Phosphorous

• B Complex

• Iodine

• K

Which fat soluble vitamin helps your eyes adjust to light and maintains skin, bones and tissues? It is found in fish, carrots, apricots, dark leafy greens and squash.

• E

• A

• C

• Iron

Vegetarians and Vegans often need to make sure they get enough of this vitamin.

• B-12

• Calcium

• D

• A